Students in Helene-ravaged Buncombe County return to school a month after mass devastation

After Hurricane Helene devastated mountain towns in Buncombe County, North Carolina, students returned to school, bringing a sense of hope and normalcy. Students were excited to reconnect with friends and begin to heal after the storm caused flooding and destruction. The school district faced challenges due to damaged schools and roads, but worked to provide support for students who still lacked basic necessities like power and water at home. Despite the hardship, the community came together to help each other, showing resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The return to school was seen as a step towards healing and rebuilding after the storm.